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Cassandra Database Architect / Sr. Developer Looking for a senior strong Cassandra profile Solid understanding of No SQL Database Solid experience in writing queries Expert in data structure design ...

Java Developer with Cassandra

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$51.50 - $66.50/hr

DataStax OpsCenter) Troubleshoot Cassandra/SOLR Database backup and recovery Disk space management Automate manual tasks Certification as Datastaxt Administrator or Developer Experience in relational ...

Cassandra Database Architect / Sr. Developer Looking for a senior strong Cassandra profile Solid understanding of No SQL Database Solid experience in writing queries Expert in data structure design ...

Cassandra Database Architect / Sr. Developer Looking for a senior strong Cassandra profile Solid understanding of No SQL Database Solid experience in writing queries Expert in data structure design ...

Skills Required and This is a CASSANDRA DATA MODELLER and ADMINISTRATOR role. The candidate is expected to be hands-on in Cassandra data modelling and maintenance.. The candidate is expected to be ...

Responsibilities : • Knowledge of NoSQL DB i.e Cassandra, FDB, Redis and Memcached. • Apply ... be good in Unix admin activities Qualifications : Required : • Knowledge of NoSQL DB i.e ...

Oracle DB admin

Chicago, IL · On-site

$52.25 - $71.25/hr

... Cassandra Experience with Capacity Planning / Right Sizing (CPU/Memory/Disk) for VMs and Physical ... DBA activities • DevOps Support • Troubleshooting • Scripting • Cloud Exposure • ...

Database Administrator Location: Atlanta, GA Duration:+6 Months Description: Description Database ... Responsible for installation and configuration of Cassandra databases in clusters and setup ...

Database Administrator Location: Atlanta, GA Duration:+6 Months Description: Description Database ... of Cassandra and other Open source / Big Data databases in a highly dynamic environment. This ...

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How much do cassandra admin jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for cassandra admin in the United States is $53.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.46 and $71.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Cassandra admin?

Cassandra Admins are IT professionals responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and monitoring Apache Cassandra databases. Their main duties include ensuring database availability, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and managing user access and security. They also troubleshoot issues, apply updates, and optimize the database for high-availability and scalability. Cassandra Admins play a critical role in supporting applications that rely on large-scale, distributed data storage.

What are some common challenges faced by Cassandra admins when managing large-scale clusters?

Cassandra Administrators often encounter challenges related to scaling clusters, ensuring data consistency, and managing node failures. As clusters grow, monitoring performance and balancing workloads become increasingly complex, requiring a proactive approach to capacity planning and tuning. Additionally, coordinating upgrades and maintaining high availability can be demanding, especially in distributed environments. Collaboration with developers and DevOps teams is essential to ensure smooth deployment and troubleshooting of issues.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cassandra admin, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cassandra Admin, you need deep knowledge of Apache Cassandra architecture, database management concepts, and typically a background in computer science or IT. Proficiency in tools like DataStax, CQL, Linux operating systems, and monitoring solutions such as Prometheus or Grafana is essential, and certifications like DataStax Certified Cassandra Administrator can be beneficial. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills in this role. These skills ensure high availability, performance optimization, and secure, reliable operation of mission-critical distributed database systems.
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Infographic showing various Cassandra Admin job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, and 60% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $111,203 per year, or $53.5 per hour.

Senior Cloud DBA (Postgres/MySQL/Cassandra)

Scottsdale, AZ • On-site

$45 - $50/hr

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Title: Senior Cloud DBA (Postgres/MySQL/Cassandra)
Location: Hybrid - Dallas, TX / Scottsdale, AZ / Hartford, CT
Client Company: CVS Health
Max Pay Rate: $50.00/hr on W2
 
We have a requirement for a Strong Cloud DBA with 5+ years’ experience working as an Postgres/MySQL/Cassandra Database Administrator, including experience at the design, operational, and system levels.
Looking for someone that is open to going into a major CVS office 3 days a week. 
 
Experience with database administration including:
  • Experience with database administration including: Performance tuning
  • Design and implementation of Disaster Recovery to meet defined business objectives
  • Implementation and support of high availability features including Clustering and Replication
  • Experience tuning complex database systems for production systems at the application, database, and system levels.
 
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